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The Alchemist Retreat, a private Studio in Carterton

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
Property grounds
Interior
Interior
In a serene garden setting, the Alchemist Retreat is a haven for couples seeking style and tranquility. Unwind on the spacious deck surrounded by mature trees, enjoy unlimited WiFi to stream your favorite shows or listen to music on the Bose speaker. Savor local flavors at nearby boutique restaurants or heat up meals in the kitchenette equipped with essentials like an under-bench fridge and plunger coffee.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
The current price is €114
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Alchemist Retreat, a private Studio in Carterton

Welcome to the Alchemist Retreat, a sunny and spacious, uniquely modern, self-contained studio nestled privately in our back garden, with its own limestone meandering pathway entrance. The studio is a separate dwelling from the hosts house with its own access onto a large deck within the garden and mature trees.
The Alchemist Retreat is an ideal getaway for couples looking for style and panache, in addition to peace and tranquility. Located just a 3 minute walk from the Carterton railway station, you have easy access to the town centre and short drive to Greytown, Martinborough and the rest of the wonderful Wairarapa.

Enjoy the unlimited WiFi to stream your favourite shows to watch on your own device. Listen to music on the Bose speaker or the Bluetooth turntable with a small collection of nostalgic vinyl. For those traveler's who don't plan on spending vacation time cooking, choose from the many boutique restaurants, cafes and eateries in and about the local towns, otherwise the kitchenette has a multi-functional microwave oven for heating up your meal or delicacies you have just purchased.
Accessed by a lock code, the studio has WiFi, a stylish bathroom, super comfortable and cosy double bed with quality linen, a kitchenette equipped with an under bench fridge, toaster, kettle, conserves with teas and plunger coffee.
…Did I mention about wine! … the whole region has some of the countries best wineries to visit and purchase.
Sit back with a glass on the deck, watch the sun go down, then marvel at the magical night sky, listen to music and reflect on your day exploring the region.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

The Alchemist Retreat, a private Studio in Carterton Apartment
The Alchemist Retreat, a private Studio in Carterton Carterton

About the area

Map
Carterton, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Daysh House Garden - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stonehenge Aotearoa - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Cobblestones Village Museum - 11 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Vintage Aviation Museum - 13 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Stonehenge Aotearoa - 13 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Oats - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Clareville Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The White Swan - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The French Baker - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Turkey Red - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Alchemist Retreat, a private Studio in Carterton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Alchemist Retreat, a private Studio in Carterton ?

As of 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Alchemist Retreat, a private Studio in Carterton on 23 Sept 2025 start from €114.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Alchemist Retreat, a private Studio in Carterton ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Alchemist Retreat, a private Studio in Carterton ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Alchemist Retreat, a private Studio in Carterton located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Stonehenge Aotearoa, Cobblestones Village Museum and Gladstone Vineyard. Alexia Urban Winery and Stonehenge Aotearoa are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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